Explanation

• The main agenda of the USA–Russia–Ukraine trilateral meetings was to discuss peace efforts and find a resolution to the Russia–Ukraine conflict.
• The talks focused on reducing tensions and exploring possible diplomatic solutions.
• The Russia–Ukraine conflict began in 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine.
• The conflict escalated into a full-scale Russian invasion on 24 February 2022.

Last verified on 11-07-2026

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• The Nuremberg Trials were held to prosecute Nazi German war criminals after World War II.
• The trials took place in Nuremberg from 20 November 1945 to 1 October 1946.
• They were conducted by the Allied Powers (United States, United Kingdom, Soviet Union, and France).
• Senior Nazi leaders were charged with war crimes, crimes against humanity, and crimes against peace.

Last verified on 08-07-2026

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• The Marshall Plan (1948) was launched to provide economic aid for rebuilding the war-torn economies of Western Europe after World War II.
• It was signed into law on 3 April 1948 by Harry S. Truman.
• It was signed through the Economic Recovery Act of 1948.
• The plan was proposed in 1947 by George C. Marshall.
• It helped restore industry, infrastructure, and economic stability in Europe.

Last verified on 08-07-2026

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• The Magna Carta was signed by King John of England on 15 June 1215 AD.
• Official Name: Magna Carta Libertatum ("Great Charter of Liberties").
• It was agreed at Runnymede, near Windsor, England.
• The charter limited the powers of the king and established that everyone, including the monarch, was subject to the law.
• It protected the rights of the Church and the barons against unlawful imprisonment.

Last verified on 07-07-2026

Explanation

• The Fat Man was dropped on Nagasaki, Japan.

  On August 9, 1945, at 11:01 AM.

Additional information:

The Little Boy type of bomb was dropped on the Hiroshima, Japan.

On 6 August 1945 during World War II.

• Hiroshima deaths: around 40000 
• Nagasaki deaths: around 80000

Last verified on 02-07-2026

Explanation

• The Little Boy type of bomb was dropped on the Hiroshima, Japan.
• On 6 August 1945 during World War II.

Additional information:

The Fat Man was dropped on Nagasaki, Japan.

On August 9, 1945, at 11:01 AM.

• Hiroshima deaths: around 40000 
• Nagasaki deaths: around 80000

Last verified on 02-07-2026

Explanation

• Date of invasion: 24 December 1979
• Afghan President (at invasion): Hafizullah Amin
• New President installed: Babrak Karmal
• War duration: 1979–1989
• Invading country: Soviet Union (USSR)

Last verified on 18-01-2026

Explanation

• After World War II, the major global change was the decolonization of Asian and African countries and the rise of welfare states.
• European colonial empires weakened due to war losses.
• Many countries gained independence from Britain, France, and other powers.
• Governments started focusing on social welfare systems.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

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• The Bandung Conference was held in Indonesia (Bandung city) in 1955.
• Also known as the: Asian-African Conference
• Participating countries: 29 Asian and African nations
• Purpose: Anti-colonialism, peace, cooperation
• Outcome: Foundation for Non-Aligned Movement idea

Last verified on 20-06-2026

Explanation

• In 1979, the Soviet Union (USSR) invaded Afghanistan, marking a major event in the Cold War.
• The invasion aimed to support the communist government in Kabul against insurgent groups.

Additional information:

• Duration of Soviet occupation: 1979–1989 (10 years)
• Afghan resistance groups: Mujahideen fighters
• U.S. support to Mujahideen: military aid, weapons, and training
• Casualties: ~1–2 million Afghan civilians and combatants

Last verified on 12-03-2026